Stihl MS 261 User Manual

117MS 261, MS 261 C
: Pull out the limiter cap (1).
The polymer segment is left on the
high speed screw (H) after the
limiter cap has been pulled off. It is
necessary to unscrew the high
speed screw (H) to remove the old
polymer segment.
– Take out the high speed
screw (H).
Always install a new limiter cap.
: Inspect the tip (arrow) for
damage or wear and replace the
screw (H) if necessary.
: If the high speed screw (H) is in
order, remove the old polymer
segment (1)
– take care not to damage the
high speed screw (H).
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: Screw down the high speed
screw H (1) as far as stop.
– Continue with "Pre-installing
limiter cap".
Pre-installing limiter cap
Make sure the stop on the limiter
cap is clear of the stop on the
carburetor body.
: Line up the new limiter cap (1) so
that the notch (arrow) points
vertically upwards.
: Push the new limiter cap (1) onto
the high speed screw (H) as far
as the first detent (arrow)
– do not push fully home.
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When pushing the limiter cap into
position, check that the stop (1) on
the limiter cap butts against the
right-hand side of the carburetor's
stop (2).
The basic setting with the pre-
installed limiter cap is carried out
with screwdriver 5910 890 2306.
– Reassemble in the reverse
sequence.
– Carry out the basic setting,
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Stihl MS 261 Specifications

General

Motor type	2-stroke motor
Chain gauge	1.6 mm
Chain pitch	3/8 \
Blade length	400 mm
Automatic oiling	Yes
Oil tank capacity	0.27 L
Fuel tank capacity	0.5 L
Engine displacement	50.2 cm³
Engine power	3.8 hp
Power source	Gasoline

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	5200 g